Introduction to the Incident

Three teenage boys have been charged with committing multiple armed robberies and a carjacking Thursday across the South Side.

Incident Locations and Times

The five separate incidents happened between 6:30 and 7:10 a.m. in the Grand Boulevard, Oakland, South Shore and Washington Park neighborhoods, Chicago police said.

Charges Against the Teens

The three boys, ages 13, 16 and 17, all face the same charges: one felony count each of vehicular hijacking, attempted armed robbery and aggravated battery. They’re also each charged with three felony counts of armed robbery with a firearm and four felony counts of armed robbery with a dangerous weapon.

Details of the Incidents

According to police, the incidents happened at these times and locations, and involved the following victims:

• 6:30 a.m. in the 3800 block of South Ellis Avenue; 29-year-old female victim
• 6:43 a.m. in the 5800 block of South Calumet Avenue; 39-year-old female victim
• 6:44 a.m. in the 100 block of East 49th Street; 48-year-old female victim and 59-year-old male victim
• 6:51 a.m. in the 4600 block of South Wabash Avenue; 32-year-old female victim
• 7:10 a.m. in the 6800 block of South Paxton Avenue; 66-year-old female victim

Arrest of the Suspects

The boys were arrested later Thursday morning in the 13000 block of South Ellis Avenue, police said.

Conclusion

The charges against these teenagers are severe and highlight the need for addressing the root causes of such violent behavior among young individuals. The community and authorities must work together to provide support and intervention to prevent such incidents in the future.

FAQs

• Q: How many teens were charged?
  A: Three teenage boys were charged.
• Q: What were the charges against them?
  A: They face charges including vehicular hijacking, attempted armed robbery, aggravated battery, armed robbery with a firearm, and armed robbery with a dangerous weapon.
• Q: Where did the incidents occur?
  A: The incidents happened in the Grand Boulevard, Oakland, South Shore, and Washington Park neighborhoods.
• Q: What is the age range of the victims?
  A: The victims ranged in age from 29 to 66 years old.
• Q: When were the suspects arrested?
  A: The suspects were arrested later on Thursday morning.